Frozen Skinned Flounder Fillet Blocks from Japan
Frozen skinless blocks of various flounder species (Bothidae/Cynoglossidae), over 4.5 kg each, for mincing into fish mince. Precisely matches HTS 0304.83.10 for flatfish frozen in blocks intended for grinding or uniform piece production. Key raw material for budget seafood items.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document chain of custody from vessel to block formation to prove skinless and frozen state
• Beware misdeclaration; incorrect species could lead to penalties under SIMP for regulated species
• Calculate duties based on statistical note provisions for shrimp if cross-contaminated